Yongchon Airport (G-801)

RKUY

Yeongcheon, KR

Last Updated
Jul 6, 00:00Z

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Currently using: RKTN
Weather Source: Daegu Airport (RKTN)
Distance: 11nm / 21km from RKUY

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RKTN 060000Z 35002KT 9999 -RA BKN018 BKN030 26/22 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 388 ft
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,188 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,388 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Yongchon Airport (G-801) is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RKTN 052300Z 0600/0706 21006KT 9000 -RA SCT020 BKN030 TX31/0606Z TN25/0621Z BECMG 0601/0602 9999 NSW BECMG 0605/0606 9000 -RA BECMG 0610/0611 9999 NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
01:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
05:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: 9 km
Light Rain
10:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KUY
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
1,047 ft 100 ft CON
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Yongchon Airport (G-801) - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RKUY
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 388 ft MSL

Location

City: Yeongcheon
Country: KR
Latitude: 36.025333°
Longitude: 128.819450°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 1,047 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Yongchon Airport (G-801)

Yongchon Airport (G-801) (RKUY) is located in Yeongcheon, KR at an elevation of 388 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 1,047 feet.

Airport Overview

Yongchon Airport (G-801) serves Yeongcheon in KR. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with con surface. The longest runway measures 1,047 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from RKUY, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.